Leonardo da Vinci Museum Private Tour in Florence's Old Town
Overview
Learn about the life, genius, and inventions of the greatest Renaissance man on a guided tour of Florence with skip-the-line tickets to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum. Optional: hear Leonardo’s full story as you explore the Old Town and visit the Cathedral.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Follow the path of Leonardo da Vinci in Florence with a 5-Star Expert Guide
- Save time with skip-the-line tickets to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum
- Enjoy the largest interactive exhibit of Leonardo's machines and devices
- Learn about the life and works of the greatest Renaissance man
- See more places related to Leonardo’s time in Florence and visit the Duomo (4-hour option only)
Follow in the footsteps of Leonardo da Vinci in Florence, the city of Renaissance. See places where da Vinci spent time, learn about his connection to the powerful Medici family and his rivalry with Micheangelo, and examine his genius innovations on a private tour of the interactive Leonardo da Vinci Museum with skip-the-line tickets.
What's Included
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Renaissance Walking Tour of the Old Town, Leonardo da Vinci Museum, and Duomo
- Facts and anecdotes about the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci
- Free entry to the Duomo and an extended tour of the Old Town (4-hour option only)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum (all options)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Free entry to the Duomo and an extended tour of the Old Town (in 2-hour option)
Meeting Location
Via del Canto dei Nelli
4, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Piazza di San Lorenzo
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Leonardo Interactive Museum
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Leonardo Interactive Museum
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
55 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
- Our pre-booked tickets to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum allow you to skip the line at the ticket office but not at the entrance. Admission is for the interactive models museum at Via del Castellaccio, not the Leonardo Interactive Museum at Via de Servi.
- Free entry to Florence Cathedral (Duomo) is only for the main church, excluding the dome, baptistry, bell tower, museum and ancient basilica. The Cathedral can be visited every day between 10PM and 5PM but admission during masses and events is restricted. The line to enter can be more than 1 hour long so due to time constraints, the guide may have to provide all the commentary only on the outside.
- Due to museum rules, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-20 people. We will provide additional guides for larger groups.
- Have a special request? Let us know in advance - we're happy to help!
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-332537P110
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option).
- Renaissance Walking Tour of the Old Town, Leonardo da Vinci Museum, and Duomo.
- Facts and anecdotes about the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci.
- Free entry to the Duomo and an extended tour of the Old Town (4-hour option only).
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum (all options).
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice.
- Free entry to the Duomo and an extended tour of the Old Town (in 2-hour option).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Leonardo da Vinci Museum Private Tour in Florence's Old Town is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Leonardo da Vinci Museum Private Tour in Florence’s Old Town will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Renaissance Walking Tour of the Old Town, Leonardo da Vinci Museum, and Duomo
- Facts and anecdotes about the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci
- Free entry to the Duomo and an extended tour of the Old Town (4-hour option only)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum (all options)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Free entry to the Duomo and an extended tour of the Old Town (in 2-hour option)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
- Our pre-booked tickets to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum allow you to skip the line at the ticket office but not at the entrance. Admission is for the interactive models museum at Via del Castellaccio, not the Leonardo Interactive Museum at Via de Servi.
- Free entry to Florence Cathedral (Duomo) is only for the main church, excluding the dome, baptistry, bell tower, museum and ancient basilica. The Cathedral can be visited every day between 10PM and 5PM but admission during masses and events is restricted. The line to enter can be more than 1 hour long so due to time constraints, the guide may have to provide all the commentary only on the outside.
- Due to museum rules, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-20 people. We will provide additional guides for larger groups.
- Have a special request? Let us know in advance - we're happy to help!
